Calendar quirk and law change have South Dakota election officials worried about deadlines

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 765

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Election officials in South Dakota are worried about a possible delayed start for early and absentee voting as they rush to prepare ballots for the June 2 primary, and they’re also navigating changes to registration requirements signed into law by Gov. Larry Rhoden last month.

Lincoln County Auditor Sheri Lund said South Dakota voters should check their registration status and party affiliation as soon as possible. New voters should register soon as well, in …

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